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There’s No Limit To My Creativity, Says Singer, KOHDEE

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2 years ago

August 9, 2023

Afro-Pop music sensation, KOHDEE, is a firebrand musician who is ready to take on the music world with gusto. The Port Harcourt-born and Abuja-bred, singer, songwriter and producer’s talent and creativity bring something new to the table. It’s truly never been seen before!

Born Ogechukwu Kohdee Otu, KOHDEE recently inked a recording deal with Lagos and New York-based record label, Troniq Music. The singer is warming up for the release of his debut single under his new record label. In a chat with our reporter, he shared his enthusiasm – sounding like a bomb about to explode. “I’m a super performer, very passionate, spontaneous and there’s no limit to my creativity. I will always give you something to look forward to”, he said.

Describing himself and his craft:

“Since I began making music my biggest achievements so far is understanding how to freely express myself while creating, learning how to produce and also engineer my vocals, knowing what I want to hear and just how to deliver it. My intention is to make good music and be able to evoke a feeling or emotion in listeners. Key elements that I look out for are cadence, good storytelling, catchy melodies and, of course, a fire beat,” he added.

KOHDEE grew up in an environment filled with musical vibrations. He says of his parents and his humble beginnings, “I always dreamt of being on stage. In school I would perform at events, dance contests and even in church. I later went to complete my bachelors degree in Information Technology but dropped out of my masters programme to pursue music full time.

“I’ve always had music around me growing up. My dad had a wide collection of music from Rock to Hi-life to Reggae and Dancehall that he would play around the house, and my mum was also a gospel singer. It really started for me when a friend of mine in high school began encouraging me to join one of their freestyle battles.

“At that time, I had never written my own songs before but after joining that rap battle and having so much fun participation, that was when a whole new world of music opened up to me. I fell in love with music and the whole creation process of it and I haven’t stopped making music since then”.

KOHDEE officially launched his music career in 2017 and has since established himself as a musical sensation of the future. In 2020, he released his 7-track EP ‘The Link’, which featured a cameo appearance from 1da Banton. KOHDEE collaborated with the award-winning high-life band, The Cavemen, on his 2021 single ‘Mexebu’.

KOHDEE’s musical influences span from Burna Boy, Wande Coal, Usher, Drake, to Flavour and Fela Anikulapo-Kuti. His music is a reflection of his life experiences: love, heartbreak and inspiration. With a unique sound and exceptional songwriting skills, KOHDEE is poised for greater success, solidifying his position as one of Nigeria’s most exciting new artists to look out for.

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‘There Was No Blueprint For Me’ – Wizkid Claims

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22 hours ago

November 25, 2025

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Nigerian singer Wizkid has sparked controversy after claiming that he had no blueprint while coming up as an artist, despite having emerged through ace singer Banky W’s imprint.

The Ojuelegba crooner made the statement in a snippet of his upcoming HBO documentary Long Live Lagos.

“There was no blueprint for me. I had to build a structure for myself,” he claimed.

His comment sparked debate on social media, with many insisting that it not only downplayed Banky W’s impact on his career but also disrespected the great Nigerian musicians who paved the way for the new generation of artists.

Wizkid, however, admitted elsewhere in the documentary that Fela Kuti inspired him to pursue music.

“Fela Kuti was instrumental to why I believe I could really make music,” he said.

Some of the reactions on X include:

Franko_Nero wrote: “I still vividly remember the day that Bankole [Banky W] announced on a show that he wants to introduce a boy wonder, a germ in the making. Today, this ungrateful child is claiming otherwise. If Banky knew that today would come, I am sure he would have chased him far away.”

Arhcent said: “This guy is erasing the role Banky W and EME played in his career. The person Banky picked from school into the studio is saying ‘I had to build a structure for myself.’ God sees all.”

Duke of Isoko wrote: “If he never built a structure, Banky probably wouldn’t have noticed him. This dude came out with his own style of music, dressing sense, etc., but I understand that English is a problem in this place.”

Sir Dickson opined: “People are debating this with reference to Banky’s impact in his life. There is no real context to that. I believe he was speaking about his style of music. He reinvented himself. Wiz has never denied Banky’s impact, nor can he. Let’s calm down.”

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‘I Am Not Shy, I’m Just Laid Back’ – Olamide Addresses Misconception

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22 hours ago

November 25, 2025

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Famous Nigerian rapper Olamide Baddo has addressed the misconception that he is shy.

Speaking in a recent interview with Ada’s Room, Baddo explained that he isn’t shy but laid back.

“One thing I wish people could understand about me is I am not shy, I am just laid back,” he said.

The host asked: “What is the difference between shy and laid back?”

Olamide responded: “Shy is when you don’t have the confidence and the charisma to stand people or look them in the eye or have conversations with them.

“But being laid back is you just don’t want to be bothered. People think I am shy but I am not.”

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Why I Stopped Going To Church – Actress Ariyiike Dimples

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22 hours ago

November 25, 2025

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Nigerian actress and media personality, Ariyike Owolagba, popularly known as Ariyiike Dimples, has revealed why she stopped attending church.

Featuring in a recent episode of the Open Up podcast, the movie star shared that she stopped going to church for three years after a church elder questioned her fashion sense.

She stated that the elder told her she would go to hell for wearing a pencil skirt to church, which the elder considered indecent.

The actress said she was frustrated by the experience and quit church.

“In my community church, you see only elderly people. You barely see the young ones. The young ones have gone to other churches. It was too serious. Yes, you can have your doctrines, but there is a way you can simplify it for young people and take them in without judging them.

“The reason I stopped going to church was because I wore a pencil skirt to church and an elderly woman said I will go to hell fire. I was shocked and felt wrongly judged so I stopped going to church for 3 years. And thankfully, I was already out of my parents’ house.

“The woman reported me to my dad. I had to take picture of the skirt and send to my mum to prove that I wasn’t dressing indecently. But my dad believed in the ideology of a community raising a child. So, I chose to avoid the community church so that they won’t see me,” she recalled.

Ariyiike Dimples, however, added that she is still a practicing Christian despite quitting church.